One of the few free cisterns in Istanbul. Yes, it is small (only 12 columns against 300 in the Basilica cistern), but it is very ancient. In March 2025, metal sculptures were on display there. For a general idea of what kind of structures these are, a visit to a small cistern is enough. We were lucky - there were no people, and we were able to look at everything calmly.
One of the few remaining free cisterns in Istanbul. It is small (17*12 m), but ancient (117-138 AD), it is very cool, dark and mysterious there. There are many modern metal sculptures inside. It is not known about the opening hours, they visited on Saturday morning
It is a very beautiful place, quiet and peaceful, dripping water and creating an even more peaceful effect. It's cool here in summer, but there are a lot of people.
Today we visited the cistern in Gulkhan Park (02/11/2025), it is not a large structure, but the cistern is ancient (117-138 AD). I recommend the place to visit. Admission is free.
The main advantage is that it's free, and the working hours at Yandex are consistent. There are no people in March, at least arrange a photo shoot. There are columns and metal sculptures inside. We liked it.
There are no people, it's free, the same columns in the water and installations (terrible, really), like art, walking along the way through the park to the embankment, it's quite possible to go
It will do for general reference. If you haven't been to the basilica cistern, you'll understand what it looks like on a smaller scale, but for free. Walking in the park, you can take a look)
We went twice, on Mon there was a museum day, on Tue it was just closed and there was no! information about the work schedule or something else. Just closed doors.